Slab Square Peku 11 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co. and 'Postulat' and 'Postulat Pro' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, packaging, scholarly, classic, robust, confident, readability, text workhorse, editorial tone, classic sturdiness, print clarity, slab serif, bracketed, ink-trap feel, compact joints, sturdy serifs.
A sturdy slab serif with bold, rectangular serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. The design shows gently bracketed joins and slightly softened corners, giving the heavy slabs a more print-friendly, less mechanical feel than a purely square-cut treatment. Counters are open and round, with a moderate x-height and clear, upright construction. Overall spacing reads comfortable and slightly generous, supporting a calm rhythm in text while keeping strong horizontal emphasis through the serifs.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and reports where a firm, steady text color is desirable. It also performs effectively in headlines and subheads, delivering strong emphasis without needing extreme weight or contrast. The sturdy slabs can add a classic, trustworthy voice to branding, labels, and packaging copy.
The tone is traditional and editorial, with a confident, workmanlike presence reminiscent of book typography and institutional print. It feels dependable and legible, projecting seriousness without looking delicate or high-contrast.
Likely intended as a versatile slab serif for dependable readability, combining strong, rectangular serifs with softened joins to keep text crisp and stable across sizes. The design prioritizes an even typographic color and a familiar, classic rhythm suitable for editorial settings.
The numerals and capitals keep a consistent, robust color on the page, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar forms, aiding scanning in running text. The slab treatment stays visually consistent across the set, creating a steady, even texture in paragraphs.